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Introduced
02/20/2025
02/20/2025
In Committee
02/25/2025
02/25/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/22/2025
03/22/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT DIVISION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION TO FUND A TRIBAL LIAISON PROGRAM IN EACH COUNTY.
AI Summary
This bill appropriates $33 million from the general fund to the local government division of the Department of Finance and Administration to establish tribal liaison programs in every county of New Mexico during fiscal year 2026. The primary goal of these programs is to support Native American communities by improving their engagement with the electoral process through nonpartisan initiatives, including voter education, awareness campaigns, translation services, and voter registration drives. The funding is specifically targeted at ensuring equal access to all phases of voting for Native American populations. Any unspent funds at the end of fiscal year 2026 will be returned to the general fund, indicating a time-limited and fiscally responsible approach to implementing these tribal liaison programs across the state.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
SIRC: Reported by committee with Do Not Pass but with a Do Pass recommendation on Committee Substitution (on 02/25/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=468&year=25 |
| SIRC Committee Report | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/25%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0468IC1.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/25%20Regular/firs/SB0468.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/25%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0468.pdf |
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